{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"822760a4debddfa6fd76d84d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/822760a4debddfa6fd76d84d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/822760a4debddfa6fd76d84d","title":"Telecom Project Manager","description":"Job Title: Telecom Project Manager – Structured Cabling, Fiber & Security Systems\nLocation: Garner, NC\nSchedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nWork Environment: ~80% office / 20% on client sites\nPosition Overview\nThe Telecom Project Manager will oversee end-to-end delivery of structured cabling, fiber optic, and electronic security system projects. This role is highly client-facing and is responsible for coordinating between customers, internal install teams, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and under budget.\nYou will create and manage bids, build and maintain project spreadsheets and schedules, develop and track bill of materials (BOMs) and purchase orders (POs), and ensure that staffing and materials are aligned with project deliverables.\nKey Responsibilities\nProject Planning & Management\nPlan, coordinate, and manage telecom, structured cabling, fiber, and security system installation projects from kickoff through closeout.\nDevelop and maintain project schedules, task lists, and timelines using Smartsheet and MS Planner.\nDefine project scope, deliverables, milestones, and resource plans.\nTrack project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget.\nClient-Facing & Communication\nServe as primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.\nLead client meetings, project updates, and site walks to confirm scope, progress, and changes.\nTranslate technical requirements between clients and field installation teams.\nManage expectations, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction.\nEstimating, Bidding & Documentation\nPrepare detailed bids and proposals, including labor, materials, and subcontractor estimates for structured cabling, fiber, and security systems.\nDevelop and maintain accurate BOMs, cost breakdowns, and pricing spreadsheets using Excel and Smartsheet.\nReview drawings, floor plans, and specifications using Bluebeam to validate scope and quantities.\nAssist with responses to RFPs/RFQs and support sales with technical input as needed.\nFinancial & Resource Management\nCreate, track, and manage POs and material orders to support project schedules.\nMonitor budgets, job cost reports, and change orders; proactively identify cost overruns and implement corrective actions.\nCoordinate labor planning and staffing with installation teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.\nEnsure projects are delivered on time and under budget while maintaining required quality and safety standards.\nField / Site Activities (Approx. 20%)\nPerform site walks and surveys to verify conditions, confirm scope, and validate installer needs.\nWork directly with clients and field supervisors on-site to address issues, clarify drawings, and approve changes.\nVerify installation progress, quality, and compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.\nDocument field conditions, changes, and site observations; update project files and as-built info accordingly.\nCompliance, Quality & Safety\nEnsure adherence to company standards, industry best practices, and relevant codes for low-voltage, fiber, and security installations.\nSupport safety initiatives and compliance with OSHA requirements; promote a strong safety culture with field teams.\nMaintain organized project records, including drawings, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation.\nRequired Qualifications\nDemonstrated project management experience in telecom, low-voltage, or related fields, specifically including:\nStructured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A or similar)\nFiber optic installation and terminations\nSecurity systems (cameras/CCTV, access control, intrusion, or similar)\nExperience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a client-facing role.\nProficiency with:\nMicrosoft Excel (formulas, filtering, basic pivot tables, managing large project spreadsheets)\nSmartsheet (project plans, dashboards, resource tracking)\nBluebeam (reviewing/marking up drawings, takeoffs, measurements)\nMS Planner (task management, tracking assignments and deadlines)\nStrong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable leading calls and meetings with clients and field teams.\nAbility to read and interpret construction documents, floor plans, risers, and specifications.\nProven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources to hit deliverables.\nValid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to client sites (~20% of the time).\nPreferred Qualifications\nOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.\nPrior experience in a low-voltage contractor, integrator, or telecom construction environment.\nFamiliarity with change order processes, RFIs, and construction administration.\nExperience with other project management or collaboration tools a plus.\nCore Competencies\nStrong organizational and time-management skills.\nDetail-oriented, especially with numbers, BOMs, and documentation.\nProblem-solving mindset with ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.\nCollaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to influence without direct authority.\nCustomer-focused, professional, and comfortable in a client-facing role.\nPhysical & Work Requirements\nAbility to sit at a computer for extended periods (office environment).\nAbility to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders as needed for site walks, and wear appropriate PPE.\nOccasional lifting of drawings, small equipment, and materials as needed during site visits.","company":"Technical Source","rawCompany":"technical source","city":"Raleigh","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T19:26:57.688Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors","slug":"electrical-contractors-and-other-wiring-installation-contractors"},{"code":"237130","title":"Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction","slug":"power-and-communication-line-and-related-structures-construction"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Telecom Project Manager","description":"Job Title: Telecom Project Manager – Structured Cabling, Fiber & Security Systems\nLocation: Garner, NC\nSchedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nWork Environment: ~80% office / 20% on client sites\nPosition Overview\nThe Telecom Project Manager will oversee end-to-end delivery of structured cabling, fiber optic, and electronic security system projects. This role is highly client-facing and is responsible for coordinating between customers, internal install teams, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and under budget.\nYou will create and manage bids, build and maintain project spreadsheets and schedules, develop and track bill of materials (BOMs) and purchase orders (POs), and ensure that staffing and materials are aligned with project deliverables.\nKey Responsibilities\nProject Planning & Management\nPlan, coordinate, and manage telecom, structured cabling, fiber, and security system installation projects from kickoff through closeout.\nDevelop and maintain project schedules, task lists, and timelines using Smartsheet and MS Planner.\nDefine project scope, deliverables, milestones, and resource plans.\nTrack project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget.\nClient-Facing & Communication\nServe as primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.\nLead client meetings, project updates, and site walks to confirm scope, progress, and changes.\nTranslate technical requirements between clients and field installation teams.\nManage expectations, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction.\nEstimating, Bidding & Documentation\nPrepare detailed bids and proposals, including labor, materials, and subcontractor estimates for structured cabling, fiber, and security systems.\nDevelop and maintain accurate BOMs, cost breakdowns, and pricing spreadsheets using Excel and Smartsheet.\nReview drawings, floor plans, and specifications using Bluebeam to validate scope and quantities.\nAssist with responses to RFPs/RFQs and support sales with technical input as needed.\nFinancial & Resource Management\nCreate, track, and manage POs and material orders to support project schedules.\nMonitor budgets, job cost reports, and change orders; proactively identify cost overruns and implement corrective actions.\nCoordinate labor planning and staffing with installation teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.\nEnsure projects are delivered on time and under budget while maintaining required quality and safety standards.\nField / Site Activities (Approx. 20%)\nPerform site walks and surveys to verify conditions, confirm scope, and validate installer needs.\nWork directly with clients and field supervisors on-site to address issues, clarify drawings, and approve changes.\nVerify installation progress, quality, and compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.\nDocument field conditions, changes, and site observations; update project files and as-built info accordingly.\nCompliance, Quality & Safety\nEnsure adherence to company standards, industry best practices, and relevant codes for low-voltage, fiber, and security installations.\nSupport safety initiatives and compliance with OSHA requirements; promote a strong safety culture with field teams.\nMaintain organized project records, including drawings, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation.\nRequired Qualifications\nDemonstrated project management experience in telecom, low-voltage, or related fields, specifically including:\nStructured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A or similar)\nFiber optic installation and terminations\nSecurity systems (cameras/CCTV, access control, intrusion, or similar)\nExperience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a client-facing role.\nProficiency with:\nMicrosoft Excel (formulas, filtering, basic pivot tables, managing large project spreadsheets)\nSmartsheet (project plans, dashboards, resource tracking)\nBluebeam (reviewing/marking up drawings, takeoffs, measurements)\nMS Planner (task management, tracking assignments and deadlines)\nStrong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable leading calls and meetings with clients and field teams.\nAbility to read and interpret construction documents, floor plans, risers, and specifications.\nProven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources to hit deliverables.\nValid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to client sites (~20% of the time).\nPreferred Qualifications\nOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.\nPrior experience in a low-voltage contractor, integrator, or telecom construction environment.\nFamiliarity with change order processes, RFIs, and construction administration.\nExperience with other project management or collaboration tools a plus.\nCore Competencies\nStrong organizational and time-management skills.\nDetail-oriented, especially with numbers, BOMs, and documentation.\nProblem-solving mindset with ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.\nCollaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to influence without direct authority.\nCustomer-focused, professional, and comfortable in a client-facing role.\nPhysical & Work Requirements\nAbility to sit at a computer for extended periods (office environment).\nAbility to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders as needed for site walks, and wear appropriate PPE.\nOccasional lifting of drawings, small equipment, and materials as needed during site visits.","datePosted":"2026-08-04T19:26:57.688Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T19:26:57.688Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Technical Source","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Raleigh","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"822760a4debddfa6fd76d84d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/822760a4debddfa6fd76d84d"}}